Publications by authors named "S C Stone"
In drug-resistant epilepsy, a visual inspection of intracranial electroencephalography (iEEG) signals is often needed to localize the epileptogenic zone (EZ) and guide neurosurgery. The visual assessment of iEEG time-frequency (TF) images is an alternative to signal inspection, but subtle variations may escape the human eye. Here, we propose a deep learning-based metric of visual complexity to interpret TF images extracted from iEEG data and aim to assess its ability to identify the EZ in the brain.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObesity is a leading risk factor and a negative prognostic indicator for many cancers. In a recent issue of Science Immunology, Bagchi et al. identified that tumor-associated macrophages upregulate GPR65 in response to obesity-driven intratumor acidity resulting in reduced effector function to promote tumor growth.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Richter's transformation (RT) in chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is associated with poor prognosis and requires prompt modifications in patient care. CLL patients are susceptible to severe infections due to immune dysregulation induced by their malignancy and immunosuppressive therapies.
Case Presentation: We present a case of a 63-year-old man with CLL who previously achieved remission and presented with a right inguinal mass.
Objectives: A more sustainable work-life balance is desired by trainees, and increasing access to flexibility in training may improve staff morale and retention. Although a number of less than full-time (LTFT) trainees are increasing, only a minority identify as men. This study aimed to explore the perception and experience of LTFT training among postgraduate medical trainees (PMTs) identifying as men in Scotland.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFArticle Synopsis
- - Different dental schools use various methods to evaluate final assessments, commonly relying on objective structured clinical examinations or multiple long cases to measure applied knowledge and skills.
- - As the education landscape evolves, it's crucial to reconsider which skills should be evaluated and how, focusing on attributes that define a qualified dentist, like effective communication and case management.
- - A new dynamic assessment approach has been introduced, featuring interactive scenarios with shifting clinical situations, designed to better evaluate essential skills such as communication, clinical reasoning, and professionalism among graduates.